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Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie

Irresistibly Rich Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie Delight

This Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie combines luscious chocolate and crunchy pecans for a comforting dessert that’s perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 unbaked Pie Crust store-bought or homemade
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans can substitute with walnuts
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips or dark chocolate for bolder flavor
  • 3 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup Light Corn Syrup or maple syrup as a substitute
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar reduce if using sweeter chocolate
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) or coconut oil for dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or vanilla beans/paste for enhanced aroma
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt to balance sweetness

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Fit the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish.
  3. Coarsely chop the pecans and spread them evenly across the bottom of the prepared crust.
  4. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
  5. Whisk together the eggs, corn syrup, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
  6. Gradually pour the melted chocolate into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
  7. Carefully pour the combined chocolate mixture over the layer of chopped pecans in the pie crust.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing. Watch the pie closely during the last minutes of baking to avoid overcooking.

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